The 7th edition of the India International Hospitality Expo (IHE 2024) wrapped up successfully, with 942 exhibitors showcasing their expertise in the hospitality sector. Held at the India Expo Centre & Mart, the event also featured four co-located shows that collectively drew an impressive 90,000 B2B visitors over four dynamic days. The expo served as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and business, generating an estimated Rs 12,000 crore in serious business inquiries.

IHE 2024 offered a comprehensive display of the latest in luxury hotels, resorts, homestays, restaurants, catering, decoration, and the F&B sector. Visitors were treated to a wide range of products and services, from cutting-edge technology to sustainable practices and culinary innovations. The final day cemented IHE’s status as India’s premier B2B hospitality event.

The expo was inaugurated by Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, with a ceremony attended by prominent figures such as Myanmar’s Ambassador H.E. Moe Kyaw Aung, the Chief Trade Counsellor of the Vietnamese Embassy Mr. Bui Trung Thuong, and Aakar Exhibition’s Director, Shri Premal Mehta. In his keynote address, Minister Shekhawat highlighted IHE’s vital role in promoting India’s hospitality sector on a global scale.

Dr. Rakesh Kumar, Chairman of India Expo Centre & Mart, expressed pride in the successful event and highlighted the collaboration with Vietnam as the Partner Country and Himachal Pradesh as the Focus State. This partnership brought unique cultural and culinary experiences to the expo, enhancing its vibrant and diverse atmosphere.

The event’s lineup featured exciting culinary competitions like the Master Bakers Challenge India 2024, Pastry Queen India, and the India Pizza League Championship, which attracted participants nationwide. The Vietnam Food Festival, led by Chef Thong Nguyen Van, delighted attendees with authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

IHE 2024 set new standards of excellence in the hospitality industry, and the organizers are already planning for IHE 2025 with even higher goals. The commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and collaboration remains strong as they aim to expand the expo’s reach and impact globally.

About IHE:

The India International Hospitality Expo (IHE) is the largest hospitality expo in India, dedicated to showcasing the latest innovations, products, and services in the hospitality industry. Since its inception, IHE has been a key platform for growth and development in the sector, bringing together industry leaders and professionals from around the world.